Renowned for its precision-driven approach, India’s first private sector Aerospace ecosystem at Belagavi in North Karnataka, has carved a niche for itself in the production of AeroSystems, Aerostructures, and other critical aerospace components.
Not just limited to India, Aequs’s global footprint is evident with state-of-the-art facilities in the USA and France. These international operations not only underscore its commitment to world-class standards but also showcase its capability to seamlessly integrate global expertise with local prowess, making Aequs a trusted name in the global aerospace arena.
The Aequs Advantage: Serving End-to-End Aerospace Manufacturing Value Chain
In the intricate world of aerospace manufacturing, the significance of an end-to-end value chain cannot be overstated. It ensures seamless integration of processes, from initial design to final assembly, guaranteeing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and unparalleled quality. Aequs has meticulously crafted a comprehensive manufacturing ecosystem to serve this very need.
Central to Aequs’s commitment is its sprawling 250+ acre Special Economic Zone (SEZ) located in Belagavi, Karnataka. This vast expanse is not just a testament to their ambition but a tangible embodiment of their dedication to holistic aerospace solutions. The SEZ is architected to facilitate the entire manufacturing value stream, positioning Aequs as the quintessential one-stop solution for aerospace manufacturing requisites.
But it’s not just the scale that sets Aequs apart; it’s the caliber of its facilities. The state-of-the-art infrastructure boasts cutting-edge capabilities.
Aequs’ Specializations in Aerospace
Aequs is a trailblazer in the aerospace sector, renowned for its unparalleled expertise in precision machining. The company excels across the engineering value chain for Aerospace from forging, precision machining, to surface treatment and aero assemblies to ensure aircraft are equipped with the finest parts including landing gear and engine components among a host of others. Its meticulous attention to detail and commitment to quality has positioned Aequs as leaders in the intricate domain of aerospace manufacturing.
Aequs’s Capabilities in Aerospace Manufacturing:
- Forging:
SQuAD Forging India is a joint venture between Aequs and Aubert & Duval, a global player in large closed-die forgings. The JV manufactures aerospace parts and components of the highest quality and reliability for aerospace OEMs and other global customers.
The aerospace industry requires forged parts of the highest quality to meet industry standards of reliability and durability.
SQuAD Forging specializes in the forging of small to medium-sized aero-structural parts for engines, landing gear, and braking system components in aluminum, steel, titanium, or nickel-based alloys. SQuAD has the capability to forge highly critical components for the Automotive, Power Generation, and Oil & Gas industries.
The state-of-the-art unit is well equipped with separate forging lines of 1200T Screw Press and a 10,000T Hydraulic Press, which is the biggest in India, and all associated lines for heat treatment. SQuAD also has an inspection line and a well-equipped laboratory.
Approved by global OEMs, the unit has an in-house Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), facility. SQuAD is ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certified, while the heat treatment lines are NADCAP certified.
- India’s Largest Hydraulic press- 10K ton
- Heat treat approved by Safran
- Closed-die forged parts
- Hydraulic Press: 10KT for Ti/St/Al
- Screw Forge: 1200T
- NADCAP qualified Heat Treat
- Finishing & Inspection Shops
- Metallurgy Lab
- Precision Machining:
The Aerospace ecosystem hosts one of the largest precision machining capacities in India at over 1.4 million machining hours per year. It delivers precision engineering solutions for the most complex and critical parts for the global aerospace industry.
Our precision machining facilities are well-equipped with state-of-the-art multi-axis CNC machines with high feed rates, and spindle speeds up to 25,000 RPM for machining complex actuation parts from Steel, Titanium, & Aluminum solid bars & thin-walled castings. The components adhere to stringent geometrical and dimensional specifications. The facilities are also equipped with inspection capability using CMM and a wide variety of calibrated gauges.
- Our products meet the highest manufacturing standards with the Gold Standard of Quality.
- India’s Largest Machining capability – 1 Mn Hrs. 4 Mn hours by 202
- High precision Detail Part manufacturing of steel, titanium, inconel & aluminum.
- 3/4/5- Axis CMC, HMC, FMS
- High Speed; High Torque
- Mill -Turn EVO
- Turning Centres, VTL
- Surface Treatment:
The Aequs Aerospace ecosystem hosts the Aerospace Processing India (API), which is the first such facility in India to be approved by both Airbus and Boeing. A joint venture with multinational company Magellan Aerospace, API provides innovative surface treatment solutions that are not readily available in India.
API is also the first unit in India to achieve NADCAP accreditation for Chemical Processing, Surface Enhancement, and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). These are capabilities widely in demand across the aerospace industry. The unit is AS9100 Rev D and ISO 14001-2004 & BS OHSAS 18001:2007 certified.
- NDT, Chemical Processing
- TSA/ Chromic/ Boric/ Sulphuric Anodize
- CAD Plating, Robotic Shot -Peen
- Al & Ti Etching, Alochrome & Alodine
- Prime, Paint, Molycoat, Part Marking
- Passivation & Salt Spray
- Aerostructure Assembly:
Aequs is the first company in India to assemble Plug Doors and Over-Wing Exit Doors for commercial aircraft OEMs through its unit, the Aerostructures Assemblies India (AAI).
API is the First in India to Assemble Plug Door & Over-Wing Exit Door for commercial aircraft.
- Structural assemblies for wing & fuselage (A380, A320)
- Sole source for Over-wing Exit & Plug Door Assemblies (A321 NEO)
- Assembly Tooling (Fixtures, Jigs)
- Domestic Space programs (ISRO)
To Wrap Up!
Aequs remains unwavering in its dedication to spearheading the aerospace manufacturing industry in India. With a foundation rooted in excellence and precision, the company consistently pushes the boundaries of innovation. Their relentless pursuit of advancement is evident in their state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge techniques. As they continue to expand their horizons, Aequs’s commitment to setting new benchmarks in aerospace manufacturing remains steadfast, reinforcing their position as industry trailblazers in the nation.